August 7, 2008 Rode 66 miles to Vesuvius, VA
Today I rode through Buchanan and Lexington along railroad tracks and streams so the terrain was pleasingly - well not flat but flatter. What WAS flat was my back tire after a stop to admire a 1740s era house. This time the new tube held air and the new tire pump Philip bought me did the job without a single "horse collar." It was the back tire which always means grease all over one's hands after getting the chain disentangled from the cassett. Jack's helpful household hint: If the cyclist has forgotten to bring hand de-greaser along, Suntan Lotion SP30! works just fine. Coat your hands with lotion, then using the saved Subway Sandwich napkins, wipe your hands clean. Finally, just as I thought I was out of dog territory, I was chased by two pit bulls. The owner was outside and called them back- and they listened. I threw him a bit "Thank you." Tonight we camp in Vesuvius behind Gerti's general store, and tomorrow climb 4 miles up onto the Blue Ridge Parkway.
Thursday, August 7, 2008
August 7 Day 59 from Vesuvius, VA
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